Fannie Mae’s 15% Condo Reserve Rule Threatens Boston Condos
Fannie Mae's new 15% condo reserve rule takes effect January 2027. Why Boston's small self-managed triple-decker condos risk losing conventional financing.
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Massachusetts Rent Control Was Struck Down, Not Settled
The SJC threw out Massachusetts' 2026 rent control ballot question on a technicality, not the merits. What it means for Greater Boston landlords and…
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The Massachusetts FAIR Plan is surging as coastal carriers pull back. Why Boston-area buyers and sellers should price insurance in before underwriting.
MBTA Communities Act Compliance Is Now a Buyer Signal
Marblehead adopted compliant MBTA zoning on its fourth try while eight towns stay in the AG lawsuit. Why compliance status is now real buyer…
Massachusetts Home Inspection Waiver Ban: Myth vs. Reality
Massachusetts didn't outlaw waived home inspections. 760 CMR 74 bans sellers from forcing a waiver and requires a signed disclosure. Here's what to know.
Income to Live in Greater Boston: What 30 Towns Cost
What income do you really need to afford Greater Boston? We ranked 30 communities by the household salary each takes to rent or buy,…
How Boston Home Prices Shift From Spring to Winter
Spring is Greater Boston's hottest selling season and winter its quietest. Here's the data on how prices, sales, and buyer leverage shift by season.
Massachusetts Broker Fee Law: Who Pays, and Who Doesn’t
Massachusetts did not ban broker fees on August 1, 2025. It changed who pays. Here is the honest guide for renters and landlords on…
Why Massachusetts Closings Require a Real Estate Attorney
Massachusetts is an attorney closing state. What that means at the closing table, what it costs, how other states close, and why I think…
Attorney State vs. Title State: Massachusetts Closings
Massachusetts is an attorney state. Here is how a lawyer-run closing differs from the title company model most states use, what it costs, and…
Boston Housing Market Update: Late Spring 2026 Trends
Spring 2026 Massachusetts housing market by town: median list and sale prices, days on market, and list-vs-sold gaps across 30 cities. Updated May 2026.
The Art of Home Buying & Property Investing: A Complete Guide for 2025
Real Estate Guide The Art of Home Buying & Property Investing: A Complete Guide for 2025 Master the fundamentals of real estate, from your…
